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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children (Marine Life Counting Collection)Ten Little Sea Turtles: Ocean and Marine Life Books for Children by Kim Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I just finished reading Ten Little Sandpipers to my grandboys and they wanted to start reading this one straightaway.
As with the other wonderful books Ten Little Sea Turtles is one of the Marine Life Counting Collection. Doesn’t matter what young age the kids are they will be enchanted when they see the little Sea Turtles and learn all about them, where they are found and other things about Marine life.
This counting book it is full of fun facts and educational information. The bright and colourful pictures help the story along and which is told in an interactive and rhyming way.
With a bright spark in their eyes, I could see their little imaginations working as they learned about life under the sea by counting. The added bonus that Kim has included is for you to download a song that makes it even more fun to learn.
As with the others this adorable adventure story helps bring the sea to life for little ones.

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Ten Little Sandpipers (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Ten Little SandpipersTen Little Sandpipers by Kim Ann
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Ten Little Sandpipers is a delightful tale that is a part of the Marine Life Counting Collection that is suited for children aged between 1 to 6 years of age. Don’t know what a Sandpiper is? Well by the time you finished reading this you will as it is full of educational information and facts.
This fun and colourful picture and counting book will help imaginative little minds learn to count in an entertaining way. This interactive tale is told through rhyme which makes it easier to retain. But wait there is more! Kim has included a QR code for you to download a song that makes it that much more fun to learn.
This wonderful adventure story helps bring nature to the indoors.

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Percy’s Brides (A Double Trouble Romance) by Ivy Hart – Review by Jenni Bishop

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Percy's Brides: A Double Trouble RomancePercy’s Brides: A Double Trouble Romance by Ivy Hart
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars
Matching making family spells trouble for a man looking for love in this historical western romantic tale. With big hopes and dreams Percy is looking forward building his legacy and having a loving family by his side would fulfill that. But someone’s meddling throws a wrench in the works. Two women. Which one will he choose? But that is not all that this town has to throw at him.
This is a somewhat emotive tale filled with drama, conflict, heartache, love, loyalty, suspense mixed in with tough times. threads of faith, spiritually, love, heartbreak, suspense, loyalty, mixed with tough times from living in a harsh yet beautiful land.
Percy’s Brides by Ivy Hart is one of the many books in the Double Trouble series written by many different authors. This historical western romance books is a clean Christian tales with threads of faith and spirituality throughout.
If you like your books clean and with spirituality, then you will enjoy this book and perhaps the many other books in this series.

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Whiskey Throttle (Moto X Series Book 6) by Brooke May – Review by Kerry Carr

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Whiskey Throttle (Moto X #6)Whiskey Throttle by Brooke May
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the 6th book in the Moto X Series. I do recommend reading these books in order so that you get the complete story and because we are introduced to Parker in the previous books as well.

This is Parker’s story. I’ll be honestly my heart broke reading this. Parker has such a tough start in life which lead to issues with addiction, and partying until he met Megan and had his daughter.
He is trying so desperately hard to be the best man and dad he can be, however because he hasn’t worked through the issues from his past, the demons are always holding him back.
When Megan leaves him Parker starts to spiral out of control again, doing things he knows he shouldn’t and risking not only his family life but his career and everything his sister and him have created.
Parker needs help to handle his demons but until he accepts the help himself no one else can help him.
What is it going to take for him to realise he needs help to overcome his past trauma’s and the be the best dad and man he can be? Will he realise too late and lose everything?

Parker is a dark character in the sense that he has a lot of trauma and addictions to work through, however he is also a good man who is trying his hardest to be the best person he can be for the people he loves. That’s why my heart went out to him because he tries so hard but always seems to fall short which people dealing with trauma seem to do. You can’t expect to move forward and be happy if you have demons and trauma from the past to work through.

This story is gripping and thought provoking and in parts heartbreaking as Parker’s emotions and despair fly off the pages. The fight he goes through and his determination to be better is what really endeared him to me.
The author did an incredible job at making the reader feel every emotion and struggle that Parker went through.

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Under Jackson Bridge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Rebecca Hill

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Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller (Beyond the Bridge Book 1)Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Irena Fishbone has a nice comfortable life. She has a wonderful daughter. She gets along with her ex-husband. She has a good boyfriend and a good group of friends. She doesn’t see her life derailing and is shocked when her life goes off track. While on a boat together, her ex-husband goes overboard and goes missing. Irena then spends all her time out searching for him, only to discover that things don’t add up. She keeps finding clues that make her question everything. I loved the twists and turns the story takes, especially at the end. I struggled a bit with rating this book. Some parts were so good. The writing style keeps me engaged and wanting to finish the book quickly. But some parts were unbelievable. Overall, I enjoyed the book and looked forward to finishing it!

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What Lies Buried by Leslie Kain Book Review by Darla Yocom

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What Lies BuriedWhat Lies Buried by Leslie Kain
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Immediately upon starting this book, I was heartbroken reading how the character, Gavin, was dealing with trauma, PTSD, and learning of the emotional abuse he experienced throughout his lifetime. Seeing the impact it had on his daily life, let alone his work in his and his wife’s restaurant is downright agonizing. On the flip side, his wife’s life is turned upside down and also that of their toddler daughter. They learn to recognize and gently react, as needed when the PTSD triggers a hypersensitive reaction from Gavin. Anyone who has dealt with or knows someone who has dealt with any aspect of this type of trauma can relate to the way the author describes these reactions and the consequences of them.

When Gavin reluctantly visits his father’s estate to wrap up any lingering issues, you learn more about his family, his past, and the mob. His personal struggles are causing him to behave erratically and being back in Boston isn’t helping his situation either.

Gavin’s wife, Katie has a lot on her plate. Besides constantly worrying about Gavin and his health, she is running the restaurant on her own, raising their daughter and running the art gallery. Due to her previous love of art, she is well placed with the art gallery. This incredible story shows Katie as her love and appreciation for art expands. If you are creative in any way, her art journey and passion will resonate with you.

The overall book flows well thanks to the creative way the author chose to tell this story. The characters are not perfect, so that makes them more relatable on all levels. I enjoyed reading this book and felt as if I could not put it down. I wanted to know what was coming next and lost a bit of sleep over it. I think the mysterious tone was consistent and not overly complex, which made reading this so satisfying.

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One Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper – Review by Callie Luna

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One Quarter VillainOne Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Maddy receives a DNA test from Grams (her grandmother) after taking it she finds out that she is one quarter villain. It seems that her family has some explaining to do but before that happens Maddy is contacted by the VDA to determine if she is villainous. Leo her goofball of a best friend doesn’t take things seriously and gets into major trouble. Will Maddy be able to save her friend and get things back to normal without destroying things further? One Quarter Villain was a fun YA read due to the twists on the classic fairy tales. Like all fairy tales there is a lesson to be learned but will Maddy be able to have her happy ending? The start of the book was a good set up, but I feel like it was a little slow on giving out answers but once it did, I enjoyed the book even more. If you like reading fairy tales with a twist you will enjoy One Quarter Villain!

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Rose McCaskey

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi #1)Evil Sushi by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I’ve read some of C.A. King’s other stories and they were good but this one was probably the best one I’ve read so far. It’s a very interesting take on some of the global issues we have actually been facing and a nice spin for a semi-fairy tale. I really enjoyed it. I believe it would be a good book for young teens to read. It has elements that remind me of the writing style the Goosebumps were written in. Can’t wait to read books 2 and 3!

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Troy: A Crown of Stones Origin Story by C. L. Schneider – Review by Callie Luna

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Troy (The Crown of Stones)Troy by C.L. Schneider
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Troy is the prequel to the Crown of Stones Trilogy; it goes deeper into Ian Troy’s past 15 years before we meet him again. It can be read before or after the trilogy, I’d even recommend reading it before since there are less spoilers. Troy’s dependence on casting due to him being a Shinree is front and foremost with him learning to control his magic since it is like a drug. Aylagar Arcana, the queen of Rella, sends Troy and four soldiers with him into enemy territory to reclaim vital knowledge about the Langorians. Though Troy’s mission is a bit different than the rest of the party thinks. My favorite part of the book is when Troy first meets Kya and how their relationship evolves. Even with the knowledge of future events reading how the events played out was a refreshing surprise. I highly enjoyed the foreshadowing and the hints that C.L. Schneider employs. It is the Troy we have gotten to know just with much more hope of his future. I highly recommend reading this prequal and the Crown of Stones Trilogy!

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Under Jackson Bridge by Susan Specht Oram – Review by Callie Luna

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Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller (Beyond the Bridge Book 1)Under Jackson Bridge: A thriller by Susan Specht Oram
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Welcome back to Millersville! Under Jackson Bridge is another excellently paced thriller by Susan Specht Oram. A boating trip with old high school friends turns into a scary situation when Jack falls overboard without a life jacket. Irena Fishbone, Jack’s ex-wife (and friend), will not rest until she finds out what happened to him. I enjoyed Irena due to her motherly love for her daughter, Kelly, and that she does her passion for a living (saving stranded boaters). All the characters are fleshed out, so they feel as if they exist. If you have read other books in the Millersville series some familiar characters return such as Violet, Karina, Bets, and Zerk. The pacing of this thriller is perfect! The big reveal at the end is worth the read alone.

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Just Ducky (Weird Shifters Series) by C.A. King – Review by Naomi McDonald

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Just Ducky (Weird Shifters)Just Ducky by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A unique take on shifters, which of course makes this an interesting read. Great worldbuilding. Characters you can connect with. It’s got a fairytale feel along with action, adventure and mystery.
I’m not usually a reader of sweeter romances, but this one was worth the time.

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Book Club) by Marilyn Levinson – Review by Callie Luna

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub Book 1)Murder a la Christie by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub was started by Professor Lexie Driscoll to discuss Agatha Christie’s murder mysteries. During the first meeting Lexies friend is murdered. Now she must find the killer. Lexie has known all the members of the book club for several years so it’s hard to believe one of them is the murderer. I enjoyed the writing and pacing of the story and the conclusion was satisfying. The clues are there for the reader to determine the killer before the end. Unfortunately, I did not find any of the characters likable due to most of them being rich and fake women of society. Thus, it was easy for me to suspect all of them of the crime. Overall, I enjoyed reading this murder mystery with the twists and turns and found the parallel with Christie’s books made it engaging.

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Summer of Mud by Rebecca Bischoff – Review by Alison Risher

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Summer of MudSummer of Mud by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Music, and the power to heal hearts. Music, and its poetry. Music, in all its many and varied forms. I am a musician. Right now, living in this apartment with me, are two flutes, two keyboards, a trumpet, and a trombone. Music is the staff paper upon which my story will be written one day. This book brought me to my knees, and it brought me tears. It was amazing!

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Purrfectly Framed (A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery Book 2) by Ruth J. Hartman – Review by Alison Risher

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Purrfectly Framed: A Mobile Cat Groomer MysteryPurrfectly Framed: A Mobile Cat Groomer Mystery by Ruth J. Hartman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m not a cat person. I kind of like them, but I’m allergic to cats. I like to pet them, and I like when they purr. I liked reading a book with little cat detectives. They should get representation, and start a detective agency! The kitten antics are adorable. The human characters are entertaining as well. These are the kinds of people you find around you- whether it is in a small town or a social circle in a bigger city.

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Book Club) by Marilyn Levinson – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Bookclub Book 1)Murder a la Christie by Marilyn Levinson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars
Murder a la Christie (Golden Age of Mystery Book Club) by Marilyn Levinson

Murder a la Christie is the first book in the Golden Age of Mystery Book Club series. This is a wonderfully written Cozy Mystery that was the perfect book to curl up on the couch with on a rainy day. I read in one sitting. The characters were developed and complex and the plot flowed. If you are a fan of murder mystery/ who dunnit then I highly recommend reading this book to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading more from this Author.

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi Series) by C.A. King – Review by Crystal Brehant

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Evil Sushi (Evil Sushi #1)Evil Sushi by C.A. King
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I kept going back and forth on whether or not to read this book. Why did I consider it? I have enjoyed other books by this author. The name and cover intrigued me. I love sushi. Why did I almost pass it up? The synopsis. It honestly didn’t sound like something I would enjoy. I ended up choosing to read it in the end because it sounded weird. I figured at the very least, if I didn’t care for the story, I thought I would be entertained. I also knew that I liked the author’s style of writing.
So did I actually like it? Well, I gave it 5 stars. This book was weird. It was unexpected. It was enjoyable. The story was well written and it was fast paced. The only complaint is that I didn’t really feel like we got to know the characters well enough. There was a bit of a lack of connection to the story because of that. At the end of the day, I would actually be interested in reading the next book in the series. It was an enjoyable read.

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Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas (Oscar and Emmy Series Book #5) by Terri Sabol – Review by Angela Hayes

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Oscar and Emmy's First Christmas: An adorable Christmas story of two kittens enjoying the holidays. Christmas cat book.Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas: An adorable Christmas story of two kittens enjoying the holidays. Christmas cat book. by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars

Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas is the fifth book in the Oscar and Emmy series by Terri Sabol, but takes us right back to the beginning when Oscar and Emmy were kittens, spending their first Christmas with their newly adopted furever family. It is a cute, uplifting children’s story that is woven around some really lovely illustrations.
This is an adorable story, and we follow along as the kittens experience all the wonders of Christmas- getting into a little mischief along the way. Climbing the Christmas tree and delighting in all the wonderful holiday additions to the home, and holiday traditions that make Christmas such a special time of the year. It made for a very charming adventure story, with all the trademark touches I have come to expect form Terr Sabol’s stories. The illustrations, as expected, were delightful, interesting, colourful, and engaging.
Another heartwarming story to add to the series. And even though this is the fifth book in the series, it could be read as a standalone, without feeling like you are missing anything that has happened in the other books. But having said that, each book contains its own adventure- they are all cute stories that the young, and young at heart, will enjoy reading. My grandson loved reading this book with me and seeing what Oscar and Emmy got up to on their Christmas adventure. Well worth the read.
The Series contains (so far):
-Oscar and Emmy get rescued (Book #1)
-Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Book #2)
-Oscar and Emmy Visit Grandma (Book #3)
-Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Book #4)
-Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas (Book #5)
-Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend (Book #6)
-Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Book #7)
-Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Book #8)
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Terri Sabol!

 

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries Book 1) by Byrd Nash – Review by Krista Moulthrop

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Ghost Talker (Madame Chalamet Ghost Mysteries #1)Ghost Talker by Byrd Nash
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Madame Chalamet is a medium who uses her abilities to help the police. Shes also trying to solve a personal case of who killed her father. She sets out to “prove herself” to a Duke who doesn’t believe in her work. Can she solve who murdered the man pulled from the lake? And what about the mysterious death of the duke’s wife? This was a quick ghost mystery and a good starting novella to the ghost talker series.

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Oscar and Emmy Series Book #2) by Terri Sabol – Review by Angela Hayes

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Oscar and Emmy Weather a HurricaneOscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane by Terri Sabol
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 Stars

 

Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane is the second book in the Oscar and Emmy series by Terri Sabol. This was an interesting children’s adventure story, with an important message about being prepared in the event of a natural disaster.
We all know the importance of having emergency kits packed and ready in case a disaster hits, and having all the things we might need packed and stored ready for use. But when you are new to having a pet in your life, you might overlook having an emergency kit packed and ready with all the things that your pet/s will need (as well as all you family’s needs), or just remembering to check the kits regularly and to replace expired items. So, this is a helpful reminder and covers everything you will need to include in a pet emergency kit (things such as food and water, medications, leashes/collars, pet crates, potty supplies etc).
The story is inspired by the author’s own experience/s during natural disasters.
Another great instalment in the Oscar and Emmy series.
The Series contains (so far):
-Oscar and Emmy get rescued (Book #1)
-Oscar and Emmy Weather a Hurricane (Book #2)
-Oscar and Emmy Visit Grandma (Book #3)
-Oscar and Emmy Visit the Vet (Book #4)
-Oscar and Emmy’s First Christmas (Book #5)
-Oscar and Emmy Gain a Friend (Book #6)
-Oscar and Emmy Lose a Friend (Book #7)
-Oscar and Emmy Foster Kittens (Book #8)
Looking forward to seeing what other adventures they get up to.
Happy Reading…

Thank You, Terri Sabol!

 

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A Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman – Review by Angela Hayes

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A Patriot's TaleA Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3 Stars

 

A Patriot’s Tale by Nicole Pierman is an historical story set during the American Revolutionary War. It is raw and gritty in parts, full of pain, struggles, challenges, loss, determination, battle, action, adventure, danger, drama, mystery, intrigue, tension, suspense, politics, agendas, friendship, survival, bravery, hope, and interesting, quirky characters.
I can’t imagine being seventeen and having faced and endured everything that Lily (our MC) had to face. She survived, against the odds, with a burning need to set things right. She joins a militia group- and is thrust into the fray, danger stalking her every move. What happens makes for a suspenseful read.
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Nicole Pierman!

 

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The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden

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The Monkey Island Murder: A Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery (Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery Series) by Rosalind Barden
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Genre – Historical Cozy Mystery
Page Count – 260
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A Tourist Trap Full of Crazy Monkeys…and Murder!
Sure Sparky’s boss Bookie is a crook, but he’s no murderer! Eleven-year-old, plucky amateur super-sleuth Sparky stops at nothing to convince the police that Bookie was framed for the murder at Monkey Island, a ratty old tourist trap in downtown Los Angeles, 1932.
And on this, the worst day of her life, Sparky must also survive going back to school and the principal’s office. Sparky just can’t keep out of trouble, so her school volunteers her for a law-and-order internship with top cop Mug and grumpy Detective Bernie. Will the station’s resident police bunny accidentally provide Sparky with an important clue?
Meanwhile, back at the Creepy House mansion, Sparky’s home, one-time silent movie star Tootsie and her assistant Gilbert, aka the goblin, are in a tizzy preparing for the audition that could bring back Tootsie’s career. But will Sparky’s detecting antics disrupt her guardian’s big break?
Sparky even considers grave digging to find clues to help Bookie. . . . But even if he’s freed from jail, with Prohibition on its way out, will Bookie need to figure out a new line of work?
Crime-solving is a lonely business, but thankfully, Sparky still has Tootsie’s stuffed pet leopards for company. It’s all that and a barrel of monkeys in Sparky’s next adventure.
“Monkey Island Murder is a captivating read that promises—and delivers—both chills and chuckles.” —Laurie Buchanan, author of the Sean McPherson crime thriller novels
“The Monkey Island Murder” is the third novel in the award-winning “Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery” series. This 1930s cozy noir historical mystery series with a sense of humor also includes “The Cannibal Caper” and #1 Amazon New Release, “The Cold Kid Case.”

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Rosalind Barden has long been fascinated by the history of Los Angeles’s lost noir neighborhood, Bunker Hill. Cold Kid Case, the first in her zany, 1930s Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery series has been awarded multiple accolades, including the Firebird Book Award 1st Place for Cozy Mysteries and the Literary Titan Gold Medal Book Award. Over thirty of her short mystery and horror stories have been published, including her inspiration for the Sparky of Bunker Hill Mystery series, “The Monkey’s Ghost,” part of the FAPA President’s Book Awards Silver Medalist anthology, History and Mystery, Oh My! She writes and continues to explore lost history in Los Angeles. Discover more at RosalindBarden.com.

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The Music That Ties Us (Love Ties Us Series) by Nicolette Terry

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“I don’t want you.”
“I don’t want you, either.”
Cadence is stuck. Stuck in a career she didn’t want and with a guy who might as well be a stranger now. She’s craving something, anything, that feels like the life she’s missing out on. That spark ignites unexpectedly when she ends up at a rock show, face-to-face with Damien Walker—the lead singer of Rebel Rebellion. He’s all broody and sharp edges while making it clear he wants nothing to do with her.
Funny thing, though? That only piques her curiosity more.
Damien has his own mess to deal with—a past that keeps him from getting too close to anyone, and a family that’s depending on him. There’s no time for a mystery woman, no matter how intriguing or infuriating she is. But with her fiery spirit, Cadence breaks through his walls and lights up parts of him he’d thought were long dead. He can’t have her, and yet he can’t stay away.
Breaking a few rules might just be worth it, right?
But life doesn’t play fair, and for Cadence and Damien, it seems like everything’s trying to keep them apart.
Can they fight their way back to each other with the very music that brought them together in the first place?
This book isn’t your average rockstar romance. It has a band that’s still fighting for their shot, some not-so-private intimate moments, and two people who couldn’t be more right for each other.

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Nicolette has always been passionate about writing and has been creating stories since she was a little girl. Becoming a published author was something unobtainable then, but now she is living proof that dreams can come true.

  

   Nicolette is a military spouse and happily married to her biggest supporter for over 13 years. They have two sons together and two bengal cats, Howl and Sophie. When Nicolette isn’t writing, you can find her snuggled underneath a cozy blanket with a book.

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann

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Ten Little Sea Turtles (A Counting Collection) by Kim Ann
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Page Count – 34
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Join the adorable Ten Little Sea Turtles on their exciting underwater adventure!
In this delightful non-fiction counting book, young readers will dive into the vibrant world beneath the waves and meet ten charming sea turtles. Each page brings a new discovery as these little turtles hatch from the sand and explore their ocean home.
From swimming with colorful fish to playing hide-and-seek among coral reefs, children will delight in following along with the rhythmic text and engaging illustrations. The countdown begins as the turtles encounter various sea creatures, from cute crabs and friendly fish to jiggly jellyfish.
What makes “Ten Little Sea Turtles” Extra Fun?
• Educational Fun: Learn to count from one to ten while discovering fascinating marine life!
• Interactive Storytelling: The rhythmic rhyme and lively illustrations captivate young imaginations!
• Ocean Exploration: Introduces children to the wonders of the underwater world and the importance of ocean conservation!
• Sea Turtle Facts: Gives children fun and interesting facts about sea turtles!
• Musical Bonus: The QR code in the book invites children to listen and sing along with a custom song!
This book is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, or children of any age who want to learn more about sea turtles!
This charming picture book encourages a love for marine life and reinforces early learning concepts.
Join the Ten Little Sea Turtles on their journey and let the magic of the ocean sweep you away!

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Kim Ann is a bestselling and multi-award-winning author whose fun, imaginative books help young readers develop a love of reading. She has published many children’s books, including Ninja School Rules and Ten Little Sandpipers, as well as Amazon’s Teachers’ Pick Ruby the Rainbow Witch®, Goldy the Puppy®, Go On Vacation, and Quick Affirmations book series.

Kim has sold 100k+ units online, in various retail spaces, and at author events. Always working on her next story, she looks forward to sharing many more books with her readers.

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley

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Vague Directions: Into the Woods by Debra Parmley
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Genre – Fantasy Romance
Page Count – 174

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Heather hoped to find fun and romance at her first medieval reenactment. Instead, a vicious darkness followed her there with a twisted agenda all its own. She finds herself in its clutches, only to be saved by Sir Roland— a handsome stranger.
Their attraction toward each other is immediate, leading to Heather happily dancing the night away in his strong arms. While Roland is skillfully aware of the dangers lurking nearby, Heather is stunned by the evil in constant pursuit.
Malicious shifters.
Trained rangers.
A prophetic owl.
Innocent lives caught in the middle.
Frightened and unsure of who to trust, Heather wants to seek solace in Sir Roland’s protective and heroic nature. But how can she when no one at the reenactment is who they claim to be?
Will the danger end when the weekend does? Or will it follow her back to the familiar streets of home?

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Author Debra Parmley believes: “Every day we are alive is a beautiful day,” and she likes to give her readers and her story people a story that ends happily.

An Air Force veteran’s wife, Debra writes military romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance, poetry, and memoir.

Debra married her high school sweetheart, whom she asked out after a five-dollar bet.

After living in five states with her husband and their two sons, and then living 23 years just outside Memphis, TN, she and her husband sold everything and now live and travel the U.S. in their 43-foot motorhome.

Debra is an adventurous writer who has sold travel and has walked the plank of a pirate ship off the coast of Grand Cayman. She has gone swimming with dolphins in Moorea in French Polynesia, has escorted a bus full of people through Scotland, and has set foot in 13 countries. She even climbs lighthouses because she is afraid of heights.

You can read about her travels on her Beautiful Day Traveler blog. https://beautifuldaytraveler.wordpress.com/

As Debra Bishop, she writes fairy tales for all ages, fantasy, and children’s books.

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Percy’s Brides (A Double Trouble Romance) by Ivy Hart

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Genre – Inspiration Western
Page Count – 190
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Percy Sutton, with the steadfast heart of a prairie pioneer, has ventured beyond his family’s homestead to forge his own legacy as the proprietor of the town’s hardware store. His aspirations reach beyond the shelves and counters, seeking a partnership that resonates with the depth of his ambition and the warmth of his care. Percy imagines a life rich with shared purpose and intertwined dreams, where the love for his partner is as sturdy and enduring as the land he’s left behind.
Clara Lundquist arrives with a heart full of hope and a trunk full of books, ready to plant the seeds of knowledge in a town thirsty for education. Her spirit is as wild as the prairie winds, and her determination as sturdy as the oak. She believes she has found her match in Percy, a man whose dreams align with her own, and together they plan to build not just a home, but a community.
The calm of the prairie is shattered when Amelia Anderson arrives, her claim echoing like thunder over the open plains: she is here to wed Percy. Her sudden presence throws the future they had carefully planned into disarray, weaving a complex tapestry of emotions and allegiances beneath the endless expanse of sky.
Then, tragedy strikes—a disaster at the gold mine that is the lifeblood of the community. Suddenly, the personal drama of love and choice is dwarfed by the urgent need for survival and solidarity. Percy, Clara, and Amelia find themselves at the crossroads of their own desires and the greater good of the town they’ve all come to cherish.
As the dust of calamity settles, the question remains: who will Percy choose? Will Clara’s aspirations for a union of love and intellect triumph, will Amelia’s unexpected arrival forge a new bond, or will Percy seek refuge in the independence of his prairie home?
In the heart of the prairie, where every sunrise promises renewal, their choices stand to change the fabric of their lives and the future of the town forever.
If you’ve delighted in the sweeping sagas of Janette Oke and the heartfelt historicals of Laura Ingalls Wilder, then you’ll surely fall in love with Ivy Hart’s prairie tale of love, conflict, and community.

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Ivy Hart’s stories are more than historical accounts; they are journeys of the soul, where the whispers of the past meet the enduring truths of love and belief. Her tales are a tribute to the indomitable human spirit and an invitation to explore the depths of our own heritage and faith. Through her evocative storytelling, Ivy continues to inspire readers to look back with reverence and forward with hope.

 

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Whiskey Throttle (Moto X Series Book 6) by Brooke May

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Whiskey Throttle (Moto X Series Book 6) by Brooke May
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Page Count – 260
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Anyone could look at Parker Bartin and see a man who has it all. The fame, fortune, and the family to make his world complete.
But Parker’s life is far from perfect.
Where once he was a party boy, drowning himself to due away with the traumas of his past in a completely different way than his sister, Paige, he’s gone off the other deep end so completely he’s just as lost.
Trying and failing at being everything he thinks he needs to be; Parker doesn’t see what is happening right in front of him.
He’s on the verge of losing it all; the amazing career, money to do with what he likes, and a woman to go home to every night. All of it starts to slip right through is fingers, causing him to grab hold of the throttle too tightly.
Will whiskey throttle be all Parker knows for his future or will he let go and find a way to overcome all the odds stacked against him?
It’s either the bottle or help, what will Parker choose?

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Brooke May has been a Wyoming girl her entire life, most of it right here in Sheridan where the majority of her family resides. Growing up, she’s always had a wild imagination that came together to publish her first book, a cowboy romance inspired by her home and the rodeos she’s always loved attending.

Now, she continues to write where her imagination takes her with most books inspired by the scenery and beauty that is Sheridan, the Bighorns, and Wyoming. She’s a wife and mother of two and splits her time writing, playing with her kids, and of course, hiking, hunting, fishing, and four-wheeling in her favorite places in the BigHorns.

The sky isn’t the limit for her and all the stories she still has to share. There’s a little bit of everything for any romance reader; cowboys to fighters, bad boys to soldiers, werewolves to romantic comedies, and even a sweet cupid series for younger readers.

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Just Ducky (Weird Shifters Series) by C.A. King – Review by Amber Howard

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Just Ducky (Weird Shifters)Just Ducky by C.A. King
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Just Ducky by C.A King is about a world where Supernatural beings and Humans co-exist. During an era of peace and separation between the two. The Vampire Lord (Vampire being used loosely) is on a mission to heal the human princess. If he doesn’t find a cure then war will start. He finds a companion in Ducky after his mother rescues her. Unbeknownst to him Ducky is a shifter.

I thought the story was cute. Basically a remake of the Ugly Ducking with a supernatural twist on it. I like that the shifters and Vampires are not traditional at all. I’m excited for the next book.

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Summer of Mud by Rebecca Bischoff – Review by Anastasia Dodson

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Summer of MudSummer of Mud by Rebecca Bischoff
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought this YA read was a good one to spend my afternoon reading. It was about Scoob and her brother, RC. They set off on a road trip and unfortunately RC isn’t being completely honest with Scoob. I was interested in finding out what truths he was hiding and I also loved the musical aspect of Scoobs side of the story too. I enjoyed this book more than I thought I was going to and I will definitely recommend for someone looking for a YA read that is a coming of Age novel that is a bit if a tear jerker.
Happy Reading!

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One Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper – Review by Beverly Finnie

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One Quarter VillainOne Quarter Villain by Cori Cooper
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

One Quarter Villain is different. It takes everything we know about fairy tales and makes them part of reality. I’ve read this author before so I figured I’d give this book a chance. Honestly I feel like I have a love/hate relationship with this novel. The idea of the story is great. It’s the characters that have me being pulled in different directions. The main female lead goes through life feeling like everything is black and white. Not accepting that things can be a little bit of both. If it weren’t for her best friend, I’m not sure I would’ve been able to push through.
Maddy lives a life where she can do no wrong. Has no sense of adventure and just falls in line with all the rules set forth around her. Which makes it hard to believe that Leo is her best friend. I relate to Leo in so many ways. But he at least lives life where it’s not as serious as it seems, and has a sense of adventure. He also has a sense of protectiveness over Maddy.
If it wasn’t for a birthday gift from her grams, Maddy would still be living the same life. However, all that has changed. She’s part villain, and those tasked with rounding up villains want her to prove otherwise. Unfortunately, Leo thinks the whole thing is crazy and a joke. It also gets him erased from life. Now despite being told otherwise Maddy intends on rebelling so she can get Leo back from the Villainous world of Skurk.
Is she capable of blurring the lines?
Will she save Leo?
What will her family think of her total 180?
She grows through the story and becomes more likable. However don’t let that deter you from checking this book out. I will give it a solid 4 stars because as previously stated the idea/concept is different and great. I hope you enjoy!

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K. S. Gantt – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Book of Fears: A Collection of Short StoriesThe Book of Fears: A Collection of Short Stories by K.S. Gantt
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 – 4 stars
*THIS BOOK DOES HAVE A TRIGGER WARNINGS*
K.S. Gantt gives us 8 short stories that will leave you creeped out. Facing one’s fears is not a nice place to be. Instilling fear and horror is the name of the game, with some tension and suspense. You know when the hairs stand up on the back of your neck and arms. When you are so restless you don’t know whether or not to sit or stand. When your anxiety rachets up and you don’t know if it is time to fight or flight. What choice would you make?
The chilliest thing of all is that the things listed in the trigger warnings whilst not detailed it does leave your mind to imagine the horrors. Can you survive the fear factor where you truly find things that go bump in the night?
Pick up the book or not pick up the book it’s up to you. Happy reading!

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